The details surrounding the tragic death of three-year-old Noah Woods have been shared in a recent inquest, shedding light on the events of September 15. Noah, who was non-verbal and partially deaf, was visiting a playground in Brantham, Suffolk, with a relative when he went missing. ## How it happened According to DCI Matthew Connick, CCTV footage captured Noah playing in the park until about 2:37 p.m. The investigation found that Noah left the play area through a gap in the perimeter fence. He then moved toward a nearby memorial garden and exited through an open gate. The relative reportedly attempted to follow Noah closely, calling out to him, but lost sight of him after about 200 meters. A massive search effort involving roughly 1,300 members of the public was launched. On the afternoon of September 16, divers recovered Noah's body from a local site known as Decoy Pond, about five meters from the bank. Suffolk police have confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious. ## A community in mourning The local community and beyond have been reeling from the news. Noah’s father, Rhys Woods, shared a heartbreaking tribute on social media, calling his son the "sweetest and most innocent little boy." During a recent match, Everton players also wore black armbands to honor his memory. The inquest into his death has been adjourned as investigations continue. ## Why it matters This is a devastating situation that hits home the importance of child safety in public play areas. While police are not treating this as a crime, it highlights the need for secure infrastructure in spaces meant for our most vulnerable, ensuring that such a nightmare scenario doesn't happen again.